ReviewJournal of medical Internet research2024
Deceptively Simple yet Profoundly Impactful: Text Messaging Interventions to Support Health.
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Who cites it
21 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- Efficacy of digital interventions for smoking cessation by type and method: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.Nature human behaviour · 2025Pooled it
- Text Message Delivery of a Digital Tool for Reproductive Health Discussions in Primary Care: A Cluster Randomized Clinical Trial.JAMA network open · 2026Trial
- Linkage of Emergency Department Patients With Public Benefits Navigators via Text Messages: A Randomized Clinical Trial.JAMA health forum · 2026Trial
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- Prompted Text-Based Vital Sign Recording Versus Unprompted Electronic Medical Record Entries in Patients With Advanced Heart Failure: Observational Study.JMIR formative research · 2026Observational
- Feasibility, Satisfaction, and Preliminary Efficacy Trial of text4FATHER for Engaging Expectant Fathers in Infant Care from Pregnancy to Early Infancy.Prevention science : the official journal of the Society for Prevention Research · 2026Article
- Observational
- Can I Help With That? The Role of Goal Setting in a Technology-Enabled Peer Mentoring Program.Journal of community psychology · 2026Article
- Development and Adaptation of Bilingual Health Text Message Databases for Health Interventions in Hispanic Communities: Protocol for a Scoping Review.JMIR research protocols · 2026Article
- "Technology is Amazing… But Right Now, I Just Don't Know": Real-world Implementation Experiences and Adaptation Recommendations for Message-based Care in Community Mental Health.Community mental health journal · 2026Article
- The Role of Trust in Text Messaging for Promoting Patient Portal Activation Among Low-Income Patients: Quality Improvement Project.JMIR formative research · 2026Article
- Development of a Collaborative Education Program for Home Care Nursing Educators' on-the-Job Training in End-of-Life Home Care: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial.JMIR research protocols · 2026Article
- Content Validation and Perceived Value of Text Messages to Promote Physical Activity Among U.S. Older Adults and Care Partners.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2026Observational
- Applying Innovative Methods to Develop Health Education Text Messages in Cancer Survivorship.Journal of cancer education : the official journal of the American Association for Cancer Education · 2026Article
- From Assessment to Intervention: Leveraging Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA) to Develop a Personalized mobile-health (mHealth) Ecological Momentary Intervention (EMI) for Young Adults With ADHD and High-Risk Alcohol Use.Journal of studies on alcohol and drugs · 2026Article
- The Impact of Mobile Health Literacy, Socioeconomic Factors, and Engagement Patterns on DiabetesXcel App Usage in Adults.Journal of diabetes and metabolic disorders · 2025Article
- Mapping respiratory health digital interventions in South and Southeast Asia: a scoping review.Journal of global health · 2025Article
- Development of a Health Text Message System to Support Stroke Prevention: A Component of the Love Your Brain Digital Platform.Health expectations : an international journal of public participation in health care and health policy · 2025Article
- Usability and Usefulness of SMS-Based Artificial Intelligence Intervention (Mwana) on Breastfeeding Outcomes in Lagos, Nigeria: Pilot App Development Study.JMIR formative research · 2025Article
- Electronic health records-integrated mobile health interventions in primary care to improve hypertension management in Black/African American populations: a systematic review.Oxford open digital health · 2025Article
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Abstract
This paper examines the use of text message (SMS) interventions for health-related behavioral support. It first outlines the historical progress in SMS intervention research publications and the variety of funds from US government agencies. A narrative review follows, highlighting the effectiveness of SMS interventions in key health areas, such as physical activity, diet and weight loss, mental health, and substance use, based on published meta-analyses. It then outlines advantages of text messaging compared to other digital modalities, including the real-time capability to collect information and deliver microdoses of intervention support. Crucial design elements are proposed to optimize effectiveness and longitudinal engagement across communication strategies, psychological foundations, and behavior change tactics. We then discuss advanced functionalities, such as the potential for generative artificial intelligence to improve user interaction. Finally, major challenges to implementation are highlighted, including the absence of a dedicated commercial platform, privacy and security concerns with SMS technology, difficulties integrating SMS interventions with medical informatics systems, and concerns about user engagement. Proposed solutions aim to facilitate the broader application and effectiveness of SMS interventions. Our hope is that these insights can assist researchers and practitioners in using SMS interventions to improve health outcomes and reducing disparities.
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